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{It's A New Beginning Y'all}

  It's a tad late to wish a  Happy New Year but I sure hope that it's kicked off good for everyone. Ours kicked off with being so THANKFUL for what God has done and is doing. As I told my family as we were reminiscing over 2024, "There is a lot of 2024 I DO NOT WANT A RE-DO but the Lord has surely taught me so very much. I am truly thankful for each breath, each day, family and close friends. We had our three youngest grands for New Years Eve. We had a great time and the girls enjoyed a little fishing, bonfire with their great-grandfather and roasting marshmallows. Their great-grandfather will be 90 years old next month. As most of you know I do a monthly focus board and this makes my 3rd or 4th year. I've lost count. Only fitting that New Beginnings would be my focus for January. This has been so good for me as it sits on my kitchen counter so I can see it daily. Wonderful way to focus and quote God's Word daily.  I felt up to hosting a lunch and movie day with ...
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How about a Cup of Tea?



I love Tea parties don't you?  
This past Sunday afternoon some of the girls in the family got together and had a tea party to honor the memory of my motherinlove that walks the streets of gold with the Lord but she sure did love her a tea party. 

It was so much fun. A time of laughter, sharing sweet and funny memories and of course....Food, dessert and  TEA!

 
 We had the table set so pretty. Every tea pot and tea cup was different and it made it all the more beautiful!








We had beautiful floral arrangements everywhere!











You had the choice of what flavor tea you would like.



I am a fan of hot tea so I enjoyed several different flavors!


We displayed my sweet motherinlove's prom dress. She would have been 77 on May 10th. Just beautiful!


We had a display of tea cups with tea favors for everyone to take home including a picture of my motherinlove. The picture was taken 7 years ago when we celebrated her 70th birthday with a tea party.


I loved the tea favors as the saying on the tea favor is so very true.



Two of my nieces made these scrumptious cakes and adorable cookies!






Don't you just love the chalk board sign?



Of course I've got to showcase my three beautiful daughters!



We sure enjoyed the tea party together and making lots of memories.



My oldest granddaughter loved every minute of the tea party.



The middle daughter enjoying her "spot of tea".



Lots of fun making wonderful memories.


Just a random shot that I loved...



 Anyone for a cup of tea?



Hugs and blessings, Cindy
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  1. Nancy's NotesMay 19, 2015 at 10:08 AM

    Cindy, oh my heavens, what a sweet and lovely tea in memory of your dear mother in love! Everything looks so elegant, delicious and how nice to have a great selection of different teas. Look at that tablescape, it is just exquisite with those gorgeous teacups, saucers and brilliant flower arrangements, you all thought of everything! Cindy, you and your daughters look beautiful You all sure know how celebrate in such a grand way! The hats, oh my, so chic!
    Have a great week!
    Nancyc

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  2. AnonymousMay 19, 2015 at 10:40 AM

    Cindy, everything is beautiful. Such wonderful pictures of lasting memories.
    Connie Royals

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  3. Breathing In GraceMay 19, 2015 at 11:34 AM

    Oh, my, what an awesome way to celebrate your mother-in-love (what a sweet name for her, too). This is just beautiful....and sweet memories for all of you, not only of her, but making more of your own to hand down to your granddaughter! I've never been to a tea party....now I want to go to one! ;-) HOPE you have a great day, my Friend!

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    1. Creations By CindyMay 19, 2015 at 11:41 AM

      Thanks Deb. It was a lot of fun. When we get together again we might just have to find us a Tennessee Tea Room!

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  4. Heather{Our Life In a Click}May 19, 2015 at 11:42 AM

    What a special day! I love tea parties too! All of you ladies looked gorgeous! The cakes and cookies are making me hungry. I love it when the china is mix and match!

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    1. Creations By CindyMay 19, 2015 at 11:52 AM

      Thanks Heather. I too love mix-matched. Just makes everything all the more interesting and I fit right in! LOL!

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  5. Saleslady371May 19, 2015 at 12:30 PM

    I could live here at your blog. Everything is elegant. I viewed the photos twice. You and your daughters are simply stunning. The table is lovely and the cookies!!!! Wow. Pure talent. My mom and I use to love to host tea parties. So I was the kid that inherited the tea cups/saucers and mine are all a variety too. At my next party, I will post photos and you will laugh! My neighbor and I just talked this morning about hosting a gathering for ladies in our neighborhood. Can't imagine it being this elegant, though, living here in Dodge!!!!!

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    1. Creations By CindyMay 19, 2015 at 2:39 PM

      You are so sweet. I bet your tea party will simply divine. I cannot wait to see pictures and to read the story that you will tell along with your tea party photos. Yes, we have some talent in the family for sure. Just wish I had of gotten some of it! LOL! Thank you for your sweet words about my daughters. I think they are pretty stunning too!

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  6. AnonymousMay 19, 2015 at 1:54 PM

    Hi Cindy! Oh, what a special occasion! This was a beautiful tea party with all of the different cups and teas and a wonderful tribute of the love you all had for her. Cindy, you have the most beautiful daughters! They have smiles that would light up a room - just like yours.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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    1. Creations By CindyMay 19, 2015 at 2:40 PM

      Thank you Sheila. We had so much fun! Thank you for the compliment on my girls! They are pretty special.

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  7. MonicaMay 19, 2015 at 2:19 PM

    What a wonderful way to remember your motherinlove! Now I am inspired to do something to remember my motherinlove! What a beautiful event!

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    1. Creations By CindyMay 19, 2015 at 2:40 PM

      Oh I hope you do something for your sweet motherinlove. She will never forget it I can assure you. Thanks for stopping by to see me today! You are so sweet.

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  8. Jean | DelightfulRepast.comMay 19, 2015 at 3:49 PM

    Cindy, what a beautiful occasion! I love tea (the beverage and the ritual)! I give and attend lots of tea parties and drink lots of tea every day, mostly Earl Grey and English Breakfast.

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    1. Creations By CindyMay 19, 2015 at 5:36 PM

      Thanks for stopping by Jean. I love Earl Grey tea's too!

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  9. Celestina MarieMay 19, 2015 at 7:32 PM

    Hi Cindy, what a wonderful tea party with all the girls. The setting, cups, tea pots and desserts looks fabulous. Love seeing everyone in their pretty hats. Your girls and grands are beautiful. What a blessing to remember a special lady in your life like this and a great idea. I am sure she was there in spirit enjoying it right with you.
    Blessings always my friend. CM

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  10. LindaMay 19, 2015 at 9:02 PM

    Dear Cindy,

    Even though I have never been fond of parties, tea parties are something that I do love and thoroughly enjoy! Your daughters are gorgeous and your photos are so beautiful and heartwarming.

    In my Wednesday post I will be asking for prayers...thank you so much for sharing such great post, I love everything you post! :)

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    1. Creations By CindyMay 20, 2015 at 7:07 AM

      Thank you Linda. I love parties! I will be looking forward to your post.

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So glad you stopped by to visit.
Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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